.bn ccTLD
The .bn TLD is the country-code domain for Brunei Darussalam, managed by the Authority for Info-communications Technology Industry (AITI) through its registry operator BNNIC. It is primarily used by local residents, businesses, educational institutions, and government entities within Brunei.
Primarily restricted to bona fide local residents and entities; international non-residents may register at the discretion of BNNIC.
.bn Domain Overview
The .bn extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Brunei Darussalam Network Information Centre Sdn Bhd (BNNIC). .bn was introduced in 1994.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .bn is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .bn?
The .bn domain was first delegated in 1994 to Jabatan Telekom Brunei. In 2006, after restructuring, regulatory authority was transferred to the Authority for Info-communications Technology Industry (AITI), while Telekom Brunei Berhad handled service provision. In 2013, AITI established BNNIC as the dedicated registry operator. Redelegation to BNNIC was completed in 2015 after technical review by ICANN.
Did you know?
The .bn TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .bn Used For?
The .bn TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Local business websites
Government portals
Educational institution sites
Non-profit organization pages
Network service providers
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .bn Domain?
Eligibility
Applicants must provide proof of local presence or business registration in Brunei Darussalam. Applications from non-residents are considered case by case.
Open Registration
The .bn TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .bn domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .bn Data Compiled?
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Zone File Analysis
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DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
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Registrar Price Monitoring
Registration, renewal, and transfer prices are checked hourly across multiple accredited registrars and compared automatically.
Provider Market Share
DNS provider distribution is calculated from nameserver records, showing which hosting providers serve the most domains in each TLD.
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Disclaimer: The information on this page is sourced from IANA, ICANN, and respective registry operator publications, then structured and formatted with the assistance of AI. While accuracy is a priority, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.